Live Rock Water Conditions

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  1. SyntheticBreed

    SyntheticBreed Feather Duster

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    I made the #1 mistake of not doing all my research before buying my live rock, I know my salinity is correct as well as the temperature but is there any other water condition I need correct before I add the live rock? I also need to run to the store to buy one of these test kits before the live rock arrives.
     
    SyntheticBreed, Oct 16, 2012
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  2. proreefer

    proreefer Feather Star

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    its gonna take some time after the rock is put in for the tank to cycle just go slow before adding live stock
     
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  3. SyntheticBreed

    SyntheticBreed Feather Duster

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    I haven't added the live rock yet, that's coming tomorrow. What I need to know is if there is any other water parameters I need other then the correct temp and salinity in order for the live rock to thrive until the cycles over.
     
    SyntheticBreed, Oct 16, 2012
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  4. Marshall O

    Marshall O Giant Squid

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    Is this a new tank? If so, if your salinity is where it needs to be, then your calcium, alkalinity & magnesium should all be fine. Maintain temp & pH and you are good to go.
     
    Marshall O, Oct 16, 2012
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